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[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
What device, OS version, and version of AdClear are you using? I'm making a ticket for this.
[Android Apps and Games] mervin989:
Im on the mobile site
[Android Apps and Games] Pho3nX:
v6.0.0 beta is available but when i download from "Beta" i have "Parse Error"
[Android Apps and Games] hadi_rena:
Re download it, probably you have corrupt apk files.

@op: may i know why ssl scan is not activated for all apps by default? And why you need sms permissions in latest beta?
[Android Apps and Games] wudini:
It does the VPN connect to your servers or is it a some kind of local VPN emulation on the device for filtering ?
[Android Apps and Games] Richy19:
One issue I had with other ad-blockers (I think it was minminguard) was that it took up almost half a gig after a couple of days, does that happen with adclear? And does it remove the void created by an ad? Oh, and if we uninstall, does it revert any VPN settings it may have created?

Also, will this be released on the play store?
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Good questions.

When using adclear, the battery monitor (assuming that's where you're seieng that size amount) is wrong. Since AdClear uses a VPN, all traffic for your apps and browsers is filtered through it, which Android attributes as AdClear's problem. You'll notice your browser in particular will look like it's using nothing.

The void created by an add just depends on what the site/app is built on as well as the add. With google ads, you'll sometimes see a black rectangle depending on the app. With large square ads that are popular on news sites, you may see a hollow square.

Uninstalling will revert things, definitely. If you decide to use Advanced Protection, you may have some difficulty removing the certificate, as it's a bit of hassle to do, but the FAQ in the app should help with that.

I doubt we'll be on the play store anytime soon. They only allow ad blocking extensions and browsers. We do have an extension on there right now.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Android has a VPN function on the phone itself that we make use of. It doesn't connect to our servers in that way, no.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
We've been having talks about SSL recently, and are switching up how we explain it to users. It's a lot of hassle for some people, as they get frustrated with trying to remove the certificate, so we leave it up to user choice. We're going to explain how more of the top sites out there are going https though.

Thanks for reporting the SMS thing. We had no idea. It's extremely frustrating, as our permissions have been growing for no apparent reason lately. We don't make use of that at all (or reading storage, the one we got put on us before this). Permissions were a big enough hurdle as it was.
[Android Apps and Games] spadeace9:
Instagram does not load properly when enabled. S7 edge.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Now that's odd. What version of Android?

Maybe this has to do with FB's new ad blocker policy.
[Android Apps and Games] Richy19:
Sorry, when I said it used half a gig, i meant of storage space not of data
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Oh, then definitely not. Our builds hover around 10 MB and don't really ad much on top of that through use or updates.
[Android Apps and Games] uoY_redruM:
Junk. Tried using it in my S7 Edge. With it enabled, not a single website would load. Tried enabling advanced protection and still nothing. Uninstalled.

Was really hoping this would work great. I miss AdAway.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
We're currently looking into what's occurring with S7s, as we've gotten several reports today of connection problems occurring. I'm sorry that it didn't pass the first test. If you feel up to it, reinstalling, replicating this, then using the Report Connection Issue button in the menu will send us a log so that we can look at the source of the problem.
[Android Apps and Games] uoY_redruM:
Ok, good to hear. Someone shared this on our phone group on Facebook and I jumped right on it. I've never heard of it so I didn't know there was a known bug with the S7. I'll keep it downloaded and try and follow this thread then.

I non rooted ad blocker would be awesome.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Yeah, we've made this a priority ticket. If you could send a connection issue and mention you're from XDA, I will add it to it. Thanks again.
[Android Apps and Games] selw0nk:
Do we need Advanced Protection Status enabled? It seems like it's slowing down my browsing experience. Chrome sometimes says Your connection was interrupted"
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
It's completely optional. It does block ads over https though, which means most youtube, facebook, and google ads. We have a major update in beta right now that should address a lot of connection issues. What device and OS are you using?
[Android Apps and Games] selw0nk:
BLU Studio One Plus on Android version 5.1
[Android Apps and Games] Zeroskeen:
I'm running into problems on my HTC 10, whenever the app is running no web pages will loads apart from Google. As soon as I turn it off then all web pages run normally. I'm not sure if this is a common problem or if it's a bug? Any help would be appreciated thanks
[Android Apps and Games] steakhutzeee:
The app use a vpn right? So this will slow down connections?
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
The common problem is actually the opposite! Visit a few pages, then google with the VPN on, then use the Report Connection Issue button in the menu to send us a log. Mention you're the HTC guy from XDA (or something to that effect) and I'll personally handle getting that looked into.
[Android Apps and Games] Zeroskeen:
Alright thank you for the reply! I'll get on that now

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Tried to reinstall and reboot and all seems to be working now! I'll let you know if I run into any problems! Keep up the good work :)
[Android Apps and Games] davidvoo:
Does it work on landscape mode in tablet?

Does this app works on tablet mode? (landscape orientation)
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Even better! Great news.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
This is something we're just plain late on integrating. It's a no-brainer that is definitely coming soon. I will give the dev team a nice kick on this. We are in the pre-stages of redesigning our UI before we add full language support (long term goal!), but I'm hoping we can get that in beforehand.
[Android Apps and Games] davidvoo:
Thanks a lot, looking forward to see that.
[Android Apps and Games] leeroyjenks:
Don't apologize to an ungrateful person coming in and using a FREE software without so much as reading the forums. You're doing terrific work and we thank you for it.
[Android Apps and Games] QuickNET Tech:
LG G4

Android 6.0

Thank you! This works great, except for a few ads still in the YouTube app (which is still a ton better because a lot of ads are properly blocked).

When it comes to your question on monetization in the OP, free with analytics or paid with no analytics sounds like the best option to me. If the price is $10 or less one time or $1.99/mo or less, I will gladly pay. :)

Could we get the option to have custom lists by URL? http://adblock.mahakala.is provides a hosts file that could be used with root only ad blockers. Also, could the MD5 checksum of the apk be added next to the download to verify the integrity of the downloaded file? I feel that this could be helpful to you in the future with diagnosing problems.

Thanks again for your amazing work!
[Android Apps and Games] andrew129260:
I'll definitely keep an eye on this.
[Android Apps and Games] hadi_rena:
It shouldn't slow down your connection since the VPN server is run in your device. cmiiw
[Android Apps and Games] Valkiry:
Hey guys love your app! It is amazing! Is there anyway i could port this to run on windows/osx/linux?
[Android Apps and Games] claudiu91:
Hey mates, your work is super dope! I tried tons of apps from play store but not even one worked as it suppose, most of them are for 3rd party browsers. Thanks, you make the internet a bit cleaner.

I would like to see Romania among the other countries in additional list... Maybe you could add it to your next update.

Cheers!
[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
Is it compulsory to install the certificate for working ?

If I install certificate , will it cause any problms to my phone ?
[Android Apps and Games] hadi_rena:
install certificate is optional, by installing certificate then AdClear able to block ads which delivered via secure protocol (aka https) such as YouTube and some apps which using https for loading ads. After installing certificate you should settings which apps will be scanned for secure protocol in AdClear settings
[Android Apps and Games] selw0nk:
The update in the beta version just hangs and did not install.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Custom lists are definitely coming. It will be harder to implement than it seems because of how our code works, but we talked about how we'd do it about a week ago. Check the new update out today for some improvement on youtube!

Edit: We used to also do MD5, but we abandoned all hashing for UUID. I know that doesn't really correlate, but we just dropped it.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
If I'm understanding you correctly, you're having trouble in these browsers? Could you tell me which ones?

You should see Romania on the list within a few hours if it isn't already there!
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
AdClear Version 502081 Release Notes

Change List

Created a check for updates button in the About page

Minor fixes to UI

Users can now control which apps AdClear will check for ads in using SSL

Fixed an issue when switching networks

Improved blocking in the YouTube app

Improved IPV6 connectivity detection

Fixed an issue causing Additional Lists to disappear

Minor bug fixes and improvements

Download

Hey guys. This is one of our biggest updates yet, and is the first step on a path toward some MAJOR new features we have planned. We're most excited about toggling SSL protection and IPV6 connectivity ( still more to be done in this regard, but a lot of good reports so far). The Additional Lists screen should also be loading a bit faster. We're continuing to patch that as we go in each update.

The YouTube app has been giving us a lot of trouble as we usually perform better on the mobile site. This should level out the performance on both a bit. We also can't stress the Check For Updates button enough. I noticed a user yesterday with a version released in May. If you haven't noticed an update in longer than a week, hit that button, as we usually update each week.

We'd like to also shout out XDA for featuring us in this video and article. This community has been a godsend. Your patience and helpful comments have made AdClear a completely different product than it was six months ago. I'll continue to put in the same effort with you guys (thanks for the shout out on that in the video as well :D). Be sure to whitelist the XDA app!

EDIT: Also, new users, if you do not see a language that you would like in the additional lists, let me know. If there's an easylist out there, we'll get it added. The lists sync with our servers, so they should be available within a few hours.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Hm, you may want to try migrating back to public (we released the beta), or maybe just a reboot before trying to install again. That seems to help in most cases.
[Android Apps and Games] Abruzini:
Hello,

Unfortunately when i turn on adclear a few (a good amount of them, btw) websites won't load in chrome/tugabrowser, etc.

Device: Oneplus 3 with OxygenOS 3.2.4
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
We've gotten another report like this. Can you try going to a google site and see if that works? Either way, if you try going to a few sites, then immediately use the Report Connection Issue feature in the menu, it'll send us a log. If you're willing, mention that you're the oneplus 3 person on XDA when sending so that I can add this to a ticket.

Do you know if tugabrowser use data compression?
[Android Apps and Games] Abruzini:
Yes, i was able to visit several google sites.

No, i don't know if tugabrowser use data compression, sorry. All i know is that it's a chromium based browser, with some additional functions (ad block, etc, which i turned off before using it to connect to the sites that give me loading problems). I only used it to check if it was a Chrome problem or not.

Btw, I reported connection issues right now. I used google chrome. Hope it can help!
[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
After enabling Page loading is too slow.

Disabled and tried same page with same browser now the page lots faster
[Android Apps and Games] spupuz:
It's needed an option to whitelist application tinicam is not connecting to my home webcam while adclear enabled

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[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
There is! If you tap in the middle of the screen, it'll bring up the Statistics page where you can toggle protection for different apps.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Can you use the Report Connection Issue button in the menu to send us a log? We'd love to take a look at it. Be sure to mention you're from XDA!
[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
Tried but nothing happens.

It's just loading loading loading .

Waited for 10 min. Nothing happens.

Just loading button rotates and text showing no privacy info is collected
[Android Apps and Games] spupuz:
Yes but I don't see tiny cam and for sure with adclear active is not working

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[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
This has happened once before. If you keep trying, it will eventually go through. I apologize for the inconvenience. It's a pretty new feature.
[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
Connection issue log has been sent.

Another report.

App used : XDA labs

Without ad blocking, XDA labs app loads XDA forum within 10 seconds.

With ad block enabled XDA labs app takes 1 minute to load XDA forum .

And some time getting errors like "adclear stopped working" "adclear forced close"

Phone model : moto X play

OS : marshmallow

Non rooted phone.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
This is really perplexing. The way AdClear detects apps for Statistics should be 100%. Are you using a custom OS?
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Alright Good deal that it went through. I'll get a ticket filed.

We had someone mention the mobile site was also loading slow. Does whitelisting the app in the statistics page help the speed?
[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
Didn't saw whitelist option dude. Where is it.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
If you tap inside the circle in the middle of the screen, it'll bring up the Statistics page. There you can toggle AdClear for different apps.
[Android Apps and Games] spupuz:
Android 7

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[Android Apps and Games] jerryn70:
Clicked there but XDA labs was not there.

And I tried comparing adclear and adguard . adguard is much faster than adclear in loading browser and all.

I think there is something wrong with your app. If adguard can load faster, then I'm 100% sure your app also can do that bcoz both are using VPN connection and for non rooted phones, I think there is something missing or error or etc etc technically. Find it and solve as soon as possible bro.

We need your app bcoz your app is simple and free :svetius:
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Does it show up under Advanced Protection > Apps using network? It should be showing up in both.

The update we released today completely changed our code architecture for better improvements moving forward. It seems that loading problems came along with it. This hasn't been a common issue, but we're investigating it right now. Beta actually went very well, which is why we went ahead and released.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
I've made a ticket about this app.

Try looking under Advanced Protection > Apps Using Network for tinycam and see if toggling it there helps.
[Android Apps and Games] spupuz:
Tried do not seems to solve

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[Android Apps and Games] ultimateopportunist:
Snapchat is not working while active.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Are you getting the "There was a problem connecting to the server." pop up from Snapchat?
[Android Apps and Games] ultimateopportunist:
Yes.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
We noticed this occurring about a week ago and are still investigating. A potential work around for the time being is to check Apps Using Network under Advanced Protection, and toggle off Snapchat.
[Android Apps and Games] kpxexpress:
Pokemon Go

It seems that Pokemon Go does not work with AdClear running. It gets stuck on the loading bar screen.

I guess maybe it has to do with the the Pokemon Go servers not accepting the connection?

I haven't tried any other games yet.

EDIT: I think it was a connection issue on my end. It works perfectly fine with Pokemon Go now!
[Android Apps and Games] spupuz:
What has to be enabled in advanced protection as a application? I disabled download and android system it was causing me android apps download not working from the play store

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[Android Apps and Games] cloud1:
Hi there, very impressed with the app and even more the great customer service given in here. Thank you so much, if only all apps were made this way!

Whilst it filters most ads, it's not all of them but it's still a lot better. I do have an issue where my Denon Amp app can no longer find my amp on the internal lan, when I disable adclear the denon amp can be found again. Is there a way to exempt this app from ad inspection?
[Android Apps and Games] tanivula:
On the beta, in my limited experience with this app( 1week?)the customer service is second to none.

Of note, it has definitely helped to do a reboot after an update/upgrade to the app.

The vpn auto connects after a reboot, but the app notifies me it is not enabled, even though it is when i go into it.
[Android Apps and Games] Nuri-ko:
Additional list is empty.

Installed app from your site, using Samsung Galaxy S7

Tried wiping cache uninstall/install, wipe system cache.
[Android Apps and Games] swedishboy2005:
Is it possible to block video ads in yt on android nougat? cause Google is forcing blocking of that.
[Android Apps and Games] solamentexelo:
Works perfectly on Moto X 2nd Gen.

But have a problem to activate using the widget from homescreen.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
Let me know when the new build is posted.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
It's up! Let us know how it works for you and any suggestions you may have.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
Average load time for any URL 120seconds to 300 seconds regardless of the URL. I'm sure that there's something that can be done. :)
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
It's still happening? Can you tell me your AdClear version (located in application manager)? It might not have updated yet.

If that doesn't work, let me know if this happens in other browsers. We need to replicate it ASAP.

Either way, we apologize for how inconvenient that is.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
App version 5.0.0.500366
[Android Apps and Games] SEVENDev:
False alarm. Sorry guys, it is not up yet. We apologize, check back tomorrow, we will be going live then.
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
The update is available right now from Amazon. That exclusivity is temporary; we're doing some logistics work.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
Thanks I'll wait for the updated version from the site. Not particularly interested in using amazon app to get this.
[Android Apps and Games] dubazar:
Hi, i want to test your app but I can't download from Amazon. I can't find download link...
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
That's very strange! Can you see download buttons for other apps?
[Android Apps and Games] dubazar:
yes

strangest is when I made a search... I have a blank screen.

but as you can see on my status bar I took the version from your website. ?
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
This is bewildering. If you don't use chrome, you can try downloading the older APK here if you want, and it will update when we get it posted. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We'll investigate it immediately.

EDIT: I did not see the last of your response, lol.
[Android Apps and Games] tazaga:
There is app name adguard it use vpn without installing any certificat and can filter 23 filter all languages all type of ads....but this app we have here need to make password and install certificat...and dosnt work at all LOL...make better then adguard i buy it btw thankyou for disabling swipe lock option and i cant get it to work no more...reported !
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
The certificate blocks encrypted ads, which make up about 20 percent of all ads.

We're available completely free also. We're working on the language support.

The problem you're experiencing is because you have/don't have device administrator on.

Thanks for your concerns.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
Currently testing out version 5.0.0.500378 with the Chrome Browser on Android 5.1.1 Xperia Z2 device STOCK.

Status: Website URL's (anyone I've tried) do not load. I can replicate it many times.

After a reboot, I can get some URL's to load, not all of them. Seem to be any URL that refers to a Google Service (gmail, blogger, adsense, etc).
[Android Apps and Games] penfold:
ditch the certificates, don't need encrypted traffic passing through your vpn, simplify the app, and charge a reasonable price for a non analytical version ...not like adguard's ridiculous pricing structure
[Android Apps and Games] SEVENDev:
Thanks for the suggestions.

If you feel this way about the certificate it is completely optional, we will not hold it against you for not wanting to take the extra steps.

The defense for one is, most google ads are encrypted. If we want to block YouTube ads, we must have a certificate. This is why adguard can not block any youtube ads and why we have started adding our filters to block most already. Also, AdGuard has mentioned their desire to block encrypted ads and provide their own cert, just can not get it. We were able to do it first, which we are proud of.

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Thanks for the help. I believe we have found the issue and are pushing a fix shortly.
[Android Apps and Games] fluxgfx:
Looking forward to it. Let me know once updated.
[Android Apps and Games] morad23:
i cant find the download button man !
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
It's available from the download tab here, as well as Amazon and our website.
[Android Apps and Games] miten_sheth:
Its working for me..
[Android Apps and Games] kpxexpress:
Yeah, was having issues to start. Could have been a connection issue for myself. Works for me now. I forgot to update!
[Android Apps and Games] Mayurmirwani:
Slow internet

It gets my browsing & internet speed down after installation on my Nexus 6p, even my YouTube videos are taking time to load, even after enabling advance protection it is not blocking youtube ads, y so?
[Android Apps and Games] ckneller:
How can i unblock google + anyone know please
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Any difference with other games? This is our first notice of it happening to Go. Will get our testers to look at it, but try whitelisting the app in Advanced Protection > Apps Using Network as well as the Tap button that's inside the circle on the main screen.

Edit: Just saw your other comment!
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
I'm not sure I understand your question. You're getting timeouts on Google Play with Advanced Protection on?
[Android Apps and Games] SEVEN_AdClear:
Yes! If you have Advanced Protection on, go to Advanced Protection > Apps Using Network, and you'll be able to exempt it. You might also need to tap inside the circle on the main screen and toggle the app there. We're currently brainstorming how to better present that.